2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 147 | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
